I had the lapband and had to have it removed due to complications. I started to put on weight and mysteriously got laid off from my job. I have been unable to find work and cant do standing up work like retail. Finally got an interview was successful with 2 phone interviews and given a pre offer. I went in for the in person interview that lasted 10 minutes. All the people i was supposed to meet were not there and they would call me to reschedule. They never did and when i called i was told the position was filled. Another interview finally came 7 months later same thing 10 minutes and they will call me. Nothing. I am struggling and i wanted was a jon that i am seasoned and habe over 20 years experience. Conclusion: overweight over 40 was not going to get me anywhere. There are several other reasons, but the financial aspect effects all of them. I have to get my life back and on track. I have nothing left.